Private Internet Access Review
Endlessly configurable, with a proven no-logs record
Last updated 1 September 2025
Our verdict
Private Internet Access is the tinkerer's VPN. Its open-source apps expose more settings than almost any rival, it allows unlimited connections, and its no-logs policy has been proven in court.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Highly configurable open-source apps
- No-logs policy proven in court
- Unlimited simultaneous connections
- Very cheap on longer plans
Cons
- US jurisdiction may deter some
- Interface can overwhelm beginners
Private Internet Access review in full
Private Internet Access (PIA) is aimed at users who like to be in control. Its open-source apps let you fine-tune encryption strength, switch protocols and adjust countless settings that most VPNs hide away.
Crucially, its no-logs claims are not just marketing — PIA's inability to hand over user data has been demonstrated in US court cases, giving its privacy promises real-world weight.
You also get unlimited simultaneous connections and a massive server network, all at one of the lowest long-term prices around. The MACE feature blocks ads and trackers at the DNS level.
The trade-offs are a US jurisdiction that privacy hardliners may dislike, and an interface that can feel overwhelming. For hands-on users who want maximum control for minimum cost, PIA is hard to beat.
Key features
- Open-source apps
- Unlimited connections
- MACE ad & tracker blocker
- Configurable encryption settings
- Port forwarding
- Dedicated IP available
Private Internet Access pricing
3 Years
£1.69/mo
+ 3 months free
1 Year
£3.19/mo
1 Month
£9.99/mo
Private Internet Access frequently asked questions
Yes. On multiple occasions PIA has been legally compelled to produce user data and has been unable to, because it keeps no logs — a rare real-world test of a VPN's privacy claims.